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darth_daniel
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custom photo etch?

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Hi everyone,
I´m rebuilding/modifying sections of the Burns/Broz 1/24 B-Wing kit and would need some photo etch parts, made from drawings (haven´t done the drawings yet). It´s the large vents on each side of the engine housings, which are too simplified and soft on the kit for my taste.

Is there any online company where one can send drawings and have photo etch parts made? And if so, how expensive is it? :?

Many thanks in advance for any hints! :)
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Joseph Osborn
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There was once an outfit in the Czech Republic that would do hobby-sized jobs, but the last I heard they had ceased.

I etch my own brass for my products but I haven't branched out into doing it for others because the lead time can be several weeks (I build up a batch and then do it all at once). Here's a photo of a small batch of brass I will be etching in about 45 minutes from now:
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m72/ ... 250444.jpg
These are 1/32 and 1/35 helicopter components. Send me a PM or email with your specifics and I may be able to help you out.
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